Rep. Nancy Mace

Maddy summaryThis bill increases civil penalties for employers violating child labor laws under the Fair Labor Standards Act. It raises the minimum penalty for first violations from $11,000 to $5,000 (with a maximum of $132,270) and for repeat violations from $50,000 to $25,000 (with a maximum of $601,150). The changes directly affect employers who exploit child labor by raising the financial consequences of violations. The amendments apply to violations occurring on or after the bill's enactment date.

Maddy summaryHR 2383 prohibits federal employees from conducting financial trading (buying/selling stocks, bonds, crypto, or complex investments) on government property or using government resources like computers or internet for such activity. It directly affects most federal employees, with exceptions for those whose job duties involve trading (e.g., certain Treasury roles) or trading related to their Thrift Savings Plan, and excludes the President/Vice President. Violations face fines up to $5,000 or 3 years in prison, plus agency disciplinary action, while agencies must report violations to ethics offices within 30 days. The bill defines "government property" broadly but excludes national parks, postal facilities, and overseas sites, and requires ethics offices to create implementation rules.

This resolution condemns Russia's abduction of Ukrainian children and the relocation of those children to reeducation camps. The resolution also rebukes nations that provide support to Russia's kidnapping enterprise, condemns forced adoptions of Ukrainian children by Russian citizens, and implores Russia to work with international organizations to return Ukrainian children to their home country.

Maddy summaryHR 1818, the Aviation Workforce Development Act, expands tax-advantaged savings plans (529 plans) to cover costs for specific aviation training programs. It allows funds from these plans to pay for tuition, fees, and required materials at FAA-certified aviation maintenance technician schools (Part 147) or commercial pilot training programs (Part 61 or 141). This directly affects students pursuing careers as aircraft maintenance technicians or commercial pilots by making these training costs more affordable through existing tax-advantaged savings. The bill amends the tax code to include these programs under "qualified higher education expenses" for 529 plan distributions.

Maddy summaryHR 1831 would award Billie Jean King a Congressional Gold Medal to honor her lifelong advocacy for equal rights in sports and society. The bill directs the Secretary of the Treasury to strike the medal and have it presented by congressional leaders, recognizing her pivotal role in advancing women's equality through tennis (including founding the Women’s Tennis Association and securing equal prize money) and her broader impact on society through initiatives like Title IX advocacy.

This resolution expresses support for the designation of Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day. It also honors and recognizes the contributions of veterans who served in Vietnam.

Maddy summaryHR 5, the Parents Bill of Rights Act, would require public schools receiving federal funding to provide parents with greater access to educational information. The bill mandates that schools post curricula online or widely distribute it to parents, include school budgets in report cards, and provide specific information about school activities including violent incidents and plans to eliminate gifted programs. It also guarantees parents the right to meet with teachers twice a year, review library materials, and address school boards. These requirements would apply to all local educational agencies and schools covered by the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. The bill amends existing education laws to strengthen parental transparency and involvement in their children's education.

Maddy summaryThis non-binding resolution states that Congress believes nuclear power is essential as a reliable, clean energy source to support a stable electric grid alongside variable sources like solar and wind. It emphasizes nuclear power's role in achieving clean energy goals, reducing carbon emissions, and advancing U.S. energy independence. The resolution does not create new laws or regulations but formally expresses congressional support for nuclear energy as a necessary component of a "green" grid. It was introduced in March 2023 by multiple lawmakers across party lines.

Maddy summaryHR 1777 establishes a $50 million annual fund (2024-2028) for collaborative defense research between the U.S. and Israel in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, directed energy, and automation. The bill directly supports U.S. and Israeli military forces by enabling joint development of new warfare capabilities to address current and future defense challenges. Key provisions include authorizing $50 million per year for collaborative projects, building on existing U.S.-Israel defense partnerships like counter-tunnel and counter-drone systems. This funding aims to strengthen bilateral defense innovation without altering existing military aid structures.

Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act of 2023 This bill raises the mandatory retirement age for pilots engaged in commercial aviation operations from 65 to 67 years of age, unless the operation takes place in (1) the territorial airspace of a foreign county where such operations are prohibited by the foreign country, or (2) international airspace where such operations are not in compliance with the Annexes to the Convention on International Civil Aviation. The Federal Aviation Administration must also submit a report to Congress on further increasing the age limitation for pilots engaged in commercial aviation operations.